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CYBR.SEC.CASTCYBR.SEC.CAST Episode 69: Crush SecurityIn Episode 69 of CYBR.SEC.CAST, hosts Michael Farnum and Sam Van Ryder sit down with Crush Security CEO Joshua Jones, CTO Josh Johnson, and JB Poindexter & Co. CISO John Barrow to explore a growing problem facing security leaders: the inability to effectively evaluate, compare, and manage cybersecurity products at scale. SHOW NOTES:Things Mentioned:Crush Security website: https://www.crushsecurity.com/Upcoming CYBR.SEC.Community events: https://www.cybrsecmedia.com/conference/
2026-06-0837 min
CYBR.HAK.CASTCYBR.HAK.CAST Episode 14: Tim MedinOn this episode of CYBR.HAK.CAST, Tim Medin joins hosts Michael Farnum and Phillip Wylie to talk about offensive security, the evolution of penetration testing, and why defenders need to stop relying solely on compliance checklists and start thinking like attackers. Along the way, the crew swaps war stories about old-school hacker culture, Dallas conference history, and why cybersecurity still misses the basics despite years of progress.SHOW NOTES:Things Mentioned:Red Siege: https://redsiege.com/Upcoming CYBR.SEC.Community...
2026-05-1226 minCYBR.HAK.CASTCYBR.HAK.CAST Episode 13: Winn SchwartauThis episode of CyberHackCast features Winn Schwartau in a wide-ranging, philosophical discussion that moves from the early, experimental days of cybersecurity to today’s hyper-commercialized landscape—and into his current work on “cognitive security.” Schwartau argues that the biggest threat facing defenders isn’t just technical, but cognitive: overwhelming information flows that push humans into “mental DDoS.” He introduces the concept of “critical ignoring” as a prerequisite to critical thinking, framing cybersecurity, biology, and human cognition as interconnected systems governed by OODA loops. The conversation culminates in a provocative question: are we already experiencing a “cognitive Pearl Harbor,” where belief systems – not i...
2026-04-2937 minCYBR.HAK.CASTCYBR.HAK.CAST Episode 12: Fergus Hay of The Hacking GamesIn this episode of CYBR.HAK.CAST, hosts Phil Wylie and Michael Farnum sit down with Fergus Hay, CEO and co-founder of The Hacking Games, to explore how the cybersecurity industry is overlooking a massive pool of untapped talent: young gamers. Hay shares how his journey began not from a technical background but from concern as a parent, after learning that many cybercriminals are recruited from gaming communities. The conversation dives into the need to reframe hacking as a creative, problem-solving mindset rather than purely criminal behavior, the strong overlap between gamers and hackers, and why traditional cybersecurity training...
2026-04-1435 minCYBR.SEC.CASTCYBR.SEC.CAST Episode 66: Wendy NatherCybersecurity has built its learning model around breaches, but as Wendy Nather explains, the real value lies in the incidents that almost happened. In this CYBR.SEC.CAST episode with hosts Michael Farnum and Sam Van Ryder, she makes the case for shifting focus to near-misses: the attacks stopped by a single decision, control, or moment of awareness. These unseen saves reveal how defenses actually work in real time, yet they rarely get shared due to trust, legal, and cultural barriers. Until the industry starts capturing and learning from these quieter...
2026-04-0726 minCYBR.HAK.CASTCYBR.HAK.CAST Episode 11: Theresa LanowitzThe software supply chain has quietly become one of the most critical — and least controlled — risk areas in cybersecurity. But according to industry veteran Theresa Lanowitz, that’s starting to change, driven by a surprising source: the CEO. In this episode of CYBR.HAK.CAST, she and hosts Michael Farnum and Phillip Wylie trace the evolution of today’s software risk landscape back to decades-old challenges in application security, where development and security teams often operated in silos. While tooling has improved and DevSecOps has gained traction, many of the same underlying problems persist, only now they’re amplified by AI and...
2026-04-0135 minCYBR.SEC.CASTICIT’s Val Moon: Fixing Cybersecurity’s Workforce Problem is Essential for National SecurityIn this episode, hosts Michael Farnum and Sam Van Ryder sit down with Valerie Moon, Executive Director of the Institute for Critical Infrastructure Technology (ICIT) for a wide-ranging discussion about cybersecurity policy, workforce development, and the growing threats facing critical infrastructure.Things Mentioned:Website for ICIT: https://www.icitech.org/Upcoming CYBR.SEC.Community events: https://www.cybrsecmedia.com/conference/CYBR.SEC.Careers: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cybr-sec-careers/about/ fundraisers:Cards for a Cause: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/cybr-sec-careers_cybrseccareers-nonprofit-cybersecurity-activity-7436794892787359744-v4Cz
2026-03-2431 minCYBR.SEC.CASTEpisode 64: Rob LeeDragos CEO and U.S. National Guard Lt. Col. Rob Lee joins hosts Michael Farnum and Sam Van Ryder to discuss why he returned to military service, the growing cyber threats to critical infrastructure, and the role exercises like Cyber Fortress play in preparing both government and private sector operators for real-world cyber incidents. SHOW NOTES:Things Mentioned:Cyber Fortress 2026: https://va.ng.mil/Cyber-Fortress/Upcoming CYBR.SEC.Community events: https://www.cybrsecmedia.com/conference/CYBR.SEC.C...
2026-03-1933 minCYBR.HAK.CASTCYBR.HAK.CAST Episode 10: Chris GlandenIn this episode of CYBR.HAK.CAST, hosts Michael Farnum and Phil Wylie talk with Chris Glanden, founder and CEO of Barcode and co-founder of the Cyber Circus Network, about his unconventional path into cybersecurity, his passion for storytelling, and the creative projects he’s bringing to the industry. Glanden discusses how storytelling can help explain cybersecurity issues to broader audiences through documentaries and narrative podcasts, including his films about AI and transhumanist hacker Len Noe. Glanden also introduces GhostLine, a privacy-focused platform that anonymizes video and voice in real time fo...
2026-03-1834 minCYBR.SEC.CASTFrom Cyberstalking to Cybersecurity Leadership: Kelley Misata’s Mission to Protect NonprofitsIn this episode of CYBR.SEC.CAST, the hosts sit down with Dr. Kelley Misata, CEO of Sightline Security, to explore the often-overlooked cybersecurity challenges facing nonprofit organizations. Misata shares her powerful origin story — how a personal experience with cyberstalking led her to pursue a PhD in cybersecurity and ultimately launch a nonprofit dedicated to helping mission-driven organizations assess and improve their security posture.She also discusses the misconceptions surrounding nonprofit cybersecurity, the communication gap between security professionals and nonprofit leaders, and why “nonprofit” is simply a tax designation, not a reflection of an organization’s sophistication or risk...
2026-03-1024 minCYBR.HAK.CASTCatching Up with Kevin and Jason from the Cyber Distortion PodcastIn this episode of CYBR.HAK.CAST, hosts Phil and Michael are joined by Kevin Pentecost (Information Security Director at SMP and co-host of the Cyber Distortion podcast) and Jason Popillion (Founder & CEO of Cipher Nova and co-host of Cyber Distortion). Things Mentioned:AI chatbots and digital companions are reshaping emotional connection - https://www.apa.org/monitor/2026/01-02/trends-digital-ai-relationships-emotional-connectionMeta Patented AI That Takes Over Your Account When You Die, Keeps Posting Forever - https://futurism.com/future-society/meta-patented-ai-die-keeps-postingAI griefbots could change how we mourn — but there are serious risks ahead - https://www.liv...
2026-03-0446 minCYBR.HAK.CASTSlop Squatting with Justin “Hutch” HutchensMichael and Phil welcome Justin “Hutch” Hutchens to the show this week to discuss AI-driven attacks, automated social engineering, and other emerging threats. Things Mentioned:Living off the AI: The Next Evolution of Attacker Tradecraft - https://www.securityweek.com/living-off-the-ai-the-next-evolution-of-attacker-tradecraft/Rise of the Machines: A Project Zero Trust Story by George Finney - https://www.wiley.com/en-us/Rise+of+the+Machines%3A+A+Project+Zero+Trust+Story-p-9781394303724The Phoenix Project by Gene Kim, George Spafford, and Kevin Behr - https://itrevolution.com/product/the-phoenix-project/The Language of Deception: Weaponizing Next Generation AI - htt...
2026-03-0445 minCYBR.SEC.CASTDisorder, Destruction, and Disruption with John DicksonThis week Michael and Sam are talking to Bytewhisper CEO and previous HOU.SEC.CON. speaker, John Dickson! They discuss his journey from the Air Force into cybersecurity, his long-standing passion for application security, and why AI security testing isn’t fundamentally separate from traditional penetration testing. Things Mentioned:John’s 2024 talk: https://youtu.be/_dYQ2aFOxGA?si=s8fK04WhUJDCutV6John’s 2025 talk: https://youtu.be/WF9nle1BppE?si=bUbRtpXeQbU6mxWWDo you have a question for the hosts? Reach out to us at media@cscgroupllc.com Keep up with...
2026-02-2529 minCYBR.HAK.CASTSlop Squatting with Justin “Hutch” HutchensMichael and Phil welcome Justin “Hutch” Hutchens to the show this week to discuss AI-driven attacks, automated social engineering, and other emerging threats. Things Mentioned:Living off the AI: The Next Evolution of Attacker Tradecraft - https://www.securityweek.com/living-off-the-ai-the-next-evolution-of-attacker-tradecraft/Rise of the Machines: A Project Zero Trust Story by George Finney - https://www.wiley.com/en-us/Rise+of+the+Machines%3A+A+Project+Zero+Trust+Story-p-9781394303724The Phoenix Project by Gene Kim, George Spafford, and Kevin Behr - https://itrevolution.com/product/the-phoenix-project/The Language of Deception: Weaponizing Next Generation AI - htt...
2026-02-1845 minCYBR.SEC.CASTDoing Cool Stuff with Dr. Dustin SachsIn this episode, Michael and Sam sit down with Dr. Dustin Sachs (DCS), CEO and founder of Psybercog Labs, to explore why humans - not technology - are often the limiting factor in cybersecurity. They dive into cognitive overload, bias, and decision fatigue, and how these hidden forces shape security outcomes. Dustin also shares his unconventional path into cyber and explains how Psybercog Labs uses behavioral science to uncover decision-making blind spots and help organizations execute smarter, more effective security strategies.Things Mentioned:AI-Assisted Cybersecurity Team Discovers 12 OpenSSL Vulnerabilities, Claims Humans are the Limiting...
2026-02-1142 minCYBR.HAK.CASTThe New Internet with Jason HaddixMichael and Phil are joined this week by Jason Haddix, CEO of Arcanum Information Security and CYBR.HAK.CON. keynote speaker. They discuss his career journey from early underground hacking to leading offensive security teams, the importance of keeping pace with cloud, modern web frameworks, and AI security testing, and preview Jason’s upcoming keynote on attacking AI systems.Things Mentioned:Fake AI Chrome Extensions Steal 900K Users’ Data - https://www.darkreading.com/cloud-security/fake-ai-chrome-extensions-steal-900k-users-dataCYBR.HAK.CON. - https://www.cybrhakcon.com/ Do you have a question for the hosts? Reach out to...
2026-02-0435 min
Phillip Wylie Show | Cybersecurity & Pentesting PodcastMichael Farnum & Sam Van Ryder: Building CYBR.SEC.CommunityIn this episode of The Phillip Wylie Show, Phillip Wylie sits down with Michael Farnum and Sam Van Ryder to discuss the growth of CYBR.SEC.Community, formerly known as HOU.SEC.CON. They share their hacker origin stories and how a grassroots conference evolved into a national, community-driven cybersecurity movement.The conversation covers the expansion of CYBR.SEC.Community to include OT.SEC.CON, EXEC.SEC.CON, YOUTH.SEC.CON, CYBR.HAK.CON, and CYBR.SEC.Media, the community’s media platform focused on education, storytelling, and amplifying voices across the cybersecurity ecosystem. Th...
2026-02-0329 minCYBR.SEC.CASTOT.SEC.CAST – The OT.SEC.CON. Podcast with Mike HolcombThis week, Michael and Sam chat with educator, founder, and OT.SEC.CON. opening keynote speaker Mike Holcomb! They discuss his free, in-person training coming up on March 31 in Houston, how - like many others - the movie War Games played a role in his journey into the cybersecurity industry, and how his focus has shifted toward OT/ICS security education.Things Mentioned:Mike’s site - https://www.mikeholcomb.com/Mike’s YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@utilsecBSides ICS - https://www.bsidesics.org/Sign up for Mike’s free c...
2026-01-2832 minCYBR.HAK.CASTWhose Line is it Anyway with Dustin “Wirefall” DykesMichael and Phil are chatting with Dallas Hacker Association founder and CYBR.HAK.CON. keynote speaker Dustin “Wirefall” Dykes! They talk about how Colossal Cave Adventure sparked his path into penetration testing, how improv transformed his public speaking, and why creating community matters. Things Mentioned:Want to Be a Hacker? Go To Dallas.: https://www.popularmechanics.com/technology/a24676415/dallas-hackers/Max Severity Ni8mare Flaw Lets Hackers Hijack n8n Servers: https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/max-severity-ni8mare-flaw-lets-hackers-hijack-n8n-servers/Critical n8n Vulnerability (CVSS 10.0) Allows Unauthenticated Attackers to Take Full Control:https://thehackernews.com/2...
2026-01-2138 minCYBR.SEC.CASTMaking the Blogger List with Bill BrennerMichael and Sam are talking to the new VP and Editor-in-Chief of CYBR.SEC.Media, Bill Brenner! They discuss his extensive 20+ year career journey from traditional journalism to cybersecurity media, the importance of supporting the mental health of cyber defenders, and his vision for CYBR.SEC.Media. Things Mentioned:Bill’s Letter from the Editor - https://www.cybrsecmedia.com/letter-from-the-new-editor-in-chief-of-cybr-sec-media/ Do you have a question for the hosts? Reach out to us at media@cscgroupllc.com Keep up with CYBR.SEC.CON.:LinkedInXFacebookInstagram Keep up with C...
2026-01-1436 minCYBR.HAK.CASTThe Edge AI Revolution with Tommy ToddCYBR.HAK.CAST is back with our first guest of the year, GRIDLIGHT Co-Founder, Tommy Todd! Michael and Phil chat with Tommy about positively motivating cybersecurity professionals, edge AI computing versus massive data centers, and using AI as a sounding board. Things Mentioned:US Cyber Pros Plead Guilty Over BlackCat Ransomware Activity - https://www.darkreading.com/cyber-risk/us-cyber-pros-plead-guilty-over-ransomware-activityAI quote of the day: ‘Biggest threat to a data center is on-device AI’, says Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas - https://www.financialexpress.com/life/technology-ai-quote-of-the-day-biggest-threat-to-a-data-center-is-on-device-ai-says-perplexity-ceo-aravind-srinivas-4096281/GRIDLIGHT - https://gridlight.aiCYBR.HAK.CON. - https://www.cybrh...
2026-01-0736 minCYBR.SEC.CASTCombating Burnout with Jessvin ThomasWe’re wrapping up 2025 with a special episode! Michael and Sam are talking to Jessvin Thomas, CEO of Auguria and winner of CYBR.SEC.CON.’s first pitch competition for cybersecurity startups! They discuss the evolving challenges in cybersecurity, the importance of root cause analysis, and how AI and context are shaping the future of SOC operations. Discover insights on burnout, data-driven defense, and building resilient security teams.Things Mentioned:Root Causes of Security Breaches Remain Elusive, Jeopardizing Resilience - https://www.csoonline.com/article/4093403/root-causes-of-security-breaches-remain-elusive-jeopardizing-resilience.htmlWhen Good People Struggle: The Human Side of Secu...
2025-12-3138 minCYBR.HAK.CASTBBFF’sIn the final episode of the year, CYBR.HAK.CAST hosts Michael and Phil reflect on a busy season of learning and community. They share key takeaways from recent conferences, unpack why staying alert to online scams matters more than ever, and recap a special screening of the I Am Machine documentary. Tune in for community updates, year-end reflections, and a call to action - tell us what you want to see at CYBR.HAK.CON. 2026! Email us at: info@cscgroupllc.com Things Mentioned:Beware: PayPal Subscriptions Abused to Send Fake Purchase Em...
2025-12-2426 min
Cyber Distortion Podcast SeriesS4 - Episode 014 – CYBR.HAK.CON: The L33T DFW Hacker Conference (w/ Michael Farnum & Phillip Wylie)In this episode, we're diving deep into the evolution of one of the most respected cybersecurity community movements in the country. Michael Farnum, founder of CYBR.SEC.Community and the original force behind HOU.SEC.CON, joins us to talk about the transformation of a beloved Houston-based conference into a multi-city, multi-conference ecosystem designed to empower cybersecurity professionals, enthusiasts, and newcomers alike. With expansion plans already underway, the CYBR.SEC.Community is poised to redefine how regional infosec communities connect, learn, and grow. We're also joined by Phillip Wylie, a well-known ethical hacker, author, and educator, who...
2025-12-221h 19CYBR.SEC.CASTDiving (Pun Intended) into SCADA and Control Systems with Randy PetersenIn this episode, SJRA SCADA Superintendent and HOU.SEC.CON./OT.SEC.CON. speaker Randy Petersen joins Michal and Sam on the podcast to share his expertise on SCADA systems and the unique security challenges facing water facilities. They highlight real-world incidents and vulnerabilities in OT environments, offer practical advice for improving OT security and protecting essential services from cyber threats, and the importance of proactive defense strategies. Things Mentioned:OT.SEC.CON. Call for Papers - https://www.xcdsystem.com/cybrseccommunity/abstract/abstract.cfmCyber Centre warns hack tampered with pressure at Canadian water t...
2025-12-1736 minCYBR.HAK.CASTCrashing Cyber Marketing ConMichael and Phil are in Austin, TX for Cyber Marketing Con! As decades long cybersecurity practitioners, they share their unique insights on the evolving world of cybersecurity marketing, influencer engagement, and content creation. Things Mentioned:CYBR.HAK.CON.Website - https://www.cybrhakcon.comTickets - https://www.xcdsystem.com/cybrseccommunity/attendee/index.cfm?ID=3ZiIV4jSponsor - https://www.cybrhakcon.com/exhibitorsCSC User GroupUser Group Site - https://www.cscusergroup.comHoliday Party/Movie Night registration - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/csc-user-group-holiday-party-tickets-1926500227039?aff=oddtdtcreatorBlack Hat Middle East and Africa - https://blackhatmea.comCyber Marketing C...
2025-12-1019 minCYBR.SEC.CASTJoining Cybersecurity Kicking and Screaming with Keith TurpinIn today's episode Michael and Sam are talking to Friedkin Group CISO and HOU.SEC.CON. speaker, Keith Turpen! They dive into the recent CloudFlare outage and what it means for cybersecurity professionals, explore Keith's fascinating career journey from mechanical engineering to becoming a CISO, and unpack valuable leadership lessons he shared at this year’s conference. Things Mentioned:Cloudflare Outage on November 18, 2025 - https://blog.cloudflare.com/18-november-2025-outage/Saying No is an Act of Integrity Post - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/mfarnum_weve-all-heard-the-good-advice-that-we-should-activity-7321872752154443776-K60I?utm_source=sha...
2025-12-0344 minCYBR.HAK.CASTThe BFF RedundancyIn this episode of CYBR.HAK.CAST, hosts Michael and Phil dive into the latest cybersecurity news and trends, including major cloud outages, the impact of automation and AI on security, and recent high-profile attacks. They discuss lessons learned from real-world incidents, the importance of securing IoT devices, and the evolving tactics of threat actors. Things Mentioned:PlushDaemon compromises network devices for adversary-in-the-middle attacks - https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/plushdaemon-compromises-network-devices-for-adversary-in-the-middle-attacks/AI-Powered Espionage Disclosure: Industry Questions Value Of Anthropic's Postmortem - https://www.cybrsecmedia.com/ai-powered-espionage-disclosure-industry-questions-value-of-anthropics-postmortem/CISA Warns of Actively Exploited Critical Oracle I...
2025-11-2531 minCYBR.SEC.CASTMidlife Crisis Shift with Haylie TreasMichael and Sam are catching up with Attorney and friend of the conference, Haylie Treas! In this episode Hailey shares her journey from litigation to cybersecurity and privacy law, and offers expert insights on third-party risk management, regulatory guidance, and the evolving landscape of privacy in the U.S.Things Mentioned:Guidance on Managing Risks Related to Third-Party Service Providers - https://www.dfs.ny.gov/industry-guidance/industry-letters/il20251021-guidance-managing-risks-third-partyWatch Haylie’s HOU.SEC.CON. 2025 Talk - https://www.cybrsecmedia.com/what-could-possibly-go-wrong-from-the-lawyer-and-technologist-perspectives/Do you have a question for the hosts? Reach out to us...
2025-11-1942 minCYBR.HAK.CASTDarn Whipper Snappers – Stay off my Internet! with Len NoeWe’re thrilled to announce the launch of CYBR.HAK.CAST., a new spinoff from our popular CYBR.SEC.CAST. feed! Hosted by Michael Farnum and co-hosted by renowned penetration tester and ethical hacker Phillip Wylie, CYBR.HAK.CAST. dives deep into the world of hacking. From real-world exploits and red team tactics to the human stories behind the hackers themselves. Every guest on this show is a part of the community, bringing raw insight, experience, and a passion for breaking (and securing) things. In this first episode Michael and Phil are joined by hacker/author/speaker/tra...
2025-11-0650 minCYBR.SEC.CASTSpecial Episode – CYBR.HAK.CAST!We’re thrilled to announce the launch of CYBR.HAK.CAST, a new spinoff from our popular CYBR.SEC.CAST feed! Hosted by Michael Farnum and co-hosted by renowned penetration tester and ethical hacker Phillip Wylie, CYBR.HAK.CAST dives deep into the world of hacking. From real-world exploits and red team tactics to the human stories behind the hackers themselves. Every guest on this show is a part of the community, bringing raw insight, experience, and a passion for breaking (and securing) things. In this first episode Michal and Phil are joined by hacker/author/speaker/tra...
2025-11-0550 minCYBR.SEC.CASTStop Writing Crap Detections with Page GlaveIn this episode hosts Michael and Sam welcome Page Glave, Security Engineer at Stellar Health, to discuss the evolving landscape of detection engineering, the impact of AI on cybersecurity roles, and practical advice for professionals entering the field. The conversation covers Page’s HOU.SEC.CON. 2025 talk, her unique career journey, and actionable insights on building and testing effective security detections.Things Mentioned:The Experience of the Analyst in an AI-Powered Present - https://jvehent.org/2025/08/30/The-experience-of-the-analyst-in-an-AI-powered-present.htmlSponsor our 2026 events:CYBR.SEC.CON. ProspectusOT.SEC.CON. ProspectusCYBR.HAK.CON. ProspectusCSC User Group ProspectusDownload the fr...
2025-10-2234 minCYBR.SEC.CASTCatching the Cybersecurity Marketing Bug with Gianna Whitver and Maria VelasquezToday’s episode looks a little different! Michael and Sam are diving into the business side of cybersecurity with special guests Gianna Whitver and Maria Velasquez, Co-Founders of the Cybersecurity Marketing Society. They discuss Gianna and Maria’s personal journeys into the field, why they launched the Cybersecurity Marketing Society, and what’s next for their growing community.Things Mentioned:Sponsor our 2026 events:CYBR.SEC.CON. ProspectusOT.SEC.CON. ProspectusCYBR.HAK.CON. ProspectusCSC User Group ProspectusDownload the free eBook “Launching (And Sustaining) a Cybersecurity Career in 2025” from CYBR.SEC.Media - https://www.cybrsecmedia.com/downlo...
2025-10-0848 minCYBR.SEC.CASTThe Big Update Episode!A TON of changes were announced at HOU.SEC.CON. including a change to this show – we’re now CYBR.SEC.CAST.! Tune into this episode for all of the latest updates!
2025-10-0121 minCYBR.SEC.CASTSaving Sara with Mayra Foose and Maggie TorresIt’s our 50th episode! This week Michael and Sam are joined by guests Mayra Foose and Maggie Torres from LyondellBasell to discuss their work in cybersecurity education, the programs they partner with to support their mission, and the importance of diversity and passion in the field. They share inspiring stories about working with students, building community, and the value of making cybersecurity accessible and engaging for all.Things Mentioned:icewahl - https://icewahl.comCompudopt - https://www.compudopt.orgGRIT - https://www.eplus.com/about-us/corporate-social-responsibility/gritCYBR.SEC.Media - https://www.cybrsecmedia.co...
2025-09-1738 minCYBR.SEC.CASTIt’s not magic – it’s just AI with Daniel MiesslerIn this episode, Michael and Sam sit down with Daniel Miessler, founder of Unsupervised Learning, for a thought-provoking conversation that spans the future of cybersecurity and Daniel’s unique personal journey. They dive into the escalating arms race between attackers and defenders, explore how Daniel’s path shifted from pre-med to cybersecurity thought leader, and preview his upcoming HOU.SEC.CON. talk, “Killer Context: How AI Will Eat Security and Software.”Things Mentioned:Unsupervised Learning - https://newsletter.danielmiessler.comGoogle says its AI-based bug hunter found 20 security vulnerabilities - https://techcrunch.com/2025/08/04/google-says-its-ai-based-bug-hunter-found-20-security-vulnerabilities/Register...
2025-09-0338 minCYBR.SEC.CASTGet in Loser, We’re Going to ShmooCon with Matt JohansenIn this episode, Michael and Sam are joined by Matt Johansen, founder of Vulnerable U, to discuss his journey in cybersecurity, the importance of networking, and the evolution of technical content creation in the industry.Things Mentioned:· Vulnerable U - https://www.vulnu.com/· Spain under fire for contracting Huawei to store judicial wiretaps - https://www.politico.eu/article/spain-huawei-contract-judicial-wiretaps/· Wireless Wars Book - https://www.wireless-wars.com/· HSC User Group on August 28, 2025 – https://www.hscusergroup.com· Get your HOU.SEC.CON. Ticket before they go up on Septembe...
2025-08-2036 minCYBR.SEC.CASTWatching Each Other’s Backs with Sean Jones & Kaloyan IvanovMichael and Sam chat with HOU.SEC.CON 2025 speakers Sean Jones and Kaloyan Ivanov! In this episode, they explore how pathways into the cybersecurity industry have evolved across generations, what it takes to go undercover in cybercriminal communities, and why accountability is crucial when engaging in such high-risk work.Things Mentioned:DarkForums Rushes to Hide after Hacker Exposes User IPs - https://cybernews.com/cybercrime/darkforums-ssrf-exploit-leak/HSC User Group on August 28, 2025 – https://www.hscusergroup.comGet your HOU.SEC.CON. Ticket before they go up on September 1, 2025 - https://web.cvent.com/event/9ba9c5ea...
2025-08-0637 minCYBR.SEC.CASTPreserving Hacker History with Emily CroseIn this episode Michael and Sam sit down with Emily Crose - cybersecurity professional, speaker, and author of “Hack to the Future”. Emily shares her journey into the field, the project that sparked the idea for her debut novel, and her candid thoughts on hacker culture. Emily will be a featured speaker and author at HOU.SEC.CON. 2025, so be sure to grab your ticket for a chance to receive a free signed copy of her book!Things Mentioned:· HSC User Group on June 26, 2025 – https://www.hscusergroup.com· Get your HOU.SEC.CO...
2025-07-2333 minCYBR.SEC.CASTDad Jokes with Doug LandollWe’re chatting with another fantastic HOU.SEC.CON. author and speaker, Doug Landoll! In this episode Michael and Sam talk to Doug about his book “Security Risk Assessment Handbook”, how he transitioned from traditional IT to cybersecurity, and why others should consider a similar path before moving into a GRC role. Things Mentioned:· HSC User Group on July 31, 2025 – https://www.hscusergroup.com· Get your HOU.SEC.CON. Ticket before they go up on September 1, 2025 - https://web.cvent.com/event/9ba9c5ea-9502-44a2-922e-d026c047c9f3/regProcessStep1?rp...
2025-07-0938 minCYBR.SEC.CASTIt Sucks to Be First with Robert HansenWe’re back with another keynote speaker, Robert “RSnake” Hansen! He chats with Michael and Sam about his new book, AI’s Best Friend (and how to get a free copy!), how he started hacking, and his upcoming HOU.SEC.CON. presentation around his research on the CVSS framework. Things Mentioned:· HSC User Group on June 26, 2025 – https://www.hscusergroup.com· Get your HOU.SEC.CON. Ticket before they go up on July 1, 2025 - https://web.cvent.com/event/9ba9c5ea-9502-44a2-922e-d026c047c9f3/regProcessStep1?rp=7fc495f3-0ae2-4b86-a115-0c...
2025-06-2542 minCYBR.SEC.CASTThe Never-Ending Cat and Mouse Game with Dmitri AlperovitchMichael and Sam are back with another HOU.SEC.CON. keynote speaker – Dmitri Alperovitch! In this episode they talk about his new book, what he’s been up to since CrowdStrike, and what will be covered in his opening keynote. Things Mentioned:HSC User Group on June 26, 2025 – https://www.hscusergroup.comTAB Cyber Foundation Scholarship Closing July 1, 2025 - https://www.tabcyberfoundation.orgGet your HOU.SEC.CON. Ticket before they go up on July 1, 2025 - https://web.cvent.com/event/9ba9c5ea-9502-44a2-922e-d026c047c9f3/regProcessStep1?rp=7fc495f3-0ae2-4b86-a1...
2025-06-1136 min
Cyber Go-To-Market Talk | Cybersecurity B2B Sales Leadership & Revenue GrowthInteractive demos and demo experiences: Helping Cybr Donut sell more with better demos - Damian Tommasino, Founder at Cyber InformantsSend me a text (I will personally respond)Are you struggling to boost engagement during demos? Facing challenges in customizing sales conversations to resonate with prospects? Wondering how to improve your conversion rates from initial discussions to closed deals?In this episode of the Cybersecurity Go-To-Market Podcast, Damian Tommasino shares insights and actionable strategies on transforming your sales demos and processes to drive higher engagement and conversion rates.In this conversation we discuss: 👉 The power of personalized and problem-focused demos 👉 The importance of combining discovery and demo in one c...
2024-11-1449 min
Cyber Go-To-Market Talk | Cybersecurity B2B Sales Leadership & Revenue GrowthHow to Hire Cybr Donut's GTM Leaders - Josh White, SVP of North America, IntasoSend me a text (I will personally respond)Are you curious about the ideal timing for bringing in a senior sales or marketing leader? Not sure the right profile to hire? Need insights on avoiding decision paralysis in hiring? Have you ever faced the dilemma of hiring in industry or someone from another one?In this conversation we discuss: 👉 The benefits and challenges of hiring from competitors. 👉 The importance of a charismatic, proven leader in recruitment. 👉 Strategies for balancing thoroughness and timeliness in hiring decisions.About our guest: Josh W...
2024-10-2252 min
CYBR DATES - Cybersecurity, Datenschutz & mehrCYBR DATES - KÜS DATA x bliesconHerzlich Willkommen zu der neunten Folge der CYBR DATES, dem etwas anderen Podcastformat des Netzwerks CYBR 360 - der Initiative für digitale Sicherheit im Saarland. Heute zu Gast sind Florian Reinert (KÜS DATA GmbH) und David Bleyer (bliescon/Bliestal Consulting UG). Gemeinsam sprechen wir über die Grundsätze der Cybersicherheit, ihren Blickwinkel darauf, den Faktor Mensch und die aktuelle Lage in der Region. Der Cybersecurity Day am 20.10.23 ist leider schon vorbei - der nächste steht aber schon in den Startlöchern - Seid gespannt!Die wichtigsten Links:Florian Reinert auf LinkedIn: https://www.linked...
2024-02-1932 minCYBR DATES - Cybersecurity, Datenschutz & mehrCYBR DATES - KFK x WSTHerzlich Willkommen zu der achten Folge der CYBR DATES, dem etwas anderen Podcastformat des Netzwerks CYBR 360 - der Initiative für digitale Sicherheit im Saarland. Heute zu Gast sind Christina Leinenbach (KFK Büro- und KommunikationsTechnik GmbH) und Sarah Bores W+ST Wirtschaftsprüfung AG & Co. KG). Gemeinsam sprechen wir über die Grundsätze der Cybersicherheit, ihren Blickwinkel darauf, den Faktor Mensch und die aktuelle Lage in der Region. Der Cybersecurity Day am 20.10. ist leider schon vorbei - der nächste steht aber schon in den Startlöchern - Seid gespannt!Die wichtigsten Links:Christina Leinenb...
2024-02-1917 minCYBR DATES - Cybersecurity, Datenschutz & mehrCYBR DATES - consistec x water IT SecurityHerzlich Willkommen zu der siebten Folge der CYBR DATES, dem etwas anderen Podcastformat des Netzwerks CYBR 360 - der Initiative für digitale Sicherheit im Saarland. Heute zu Gast sind Dr. Thomas Sinnwell (consistec Engineering & Consulting GmbH) und Alexander Benoit (water IT Security GmbH). Gemeinsam sprechen wir über die Grundsätze der Cybersicherheit, ihren Blickwinkel darauf, den Faktor Mensch und die aktuelle Lage in der Region. Der Cybersecurity Day am 20.10. ist leider schon vorbei - der nächste steht aber schon in den Startlöchern - Seid gespannt! Die wichtigsten Links:Dr. Thomas Sinnwell auf LinkedIn: https...
2024-02-1920 min
CYBR DATES - Cybersecurity, Datenschutz & mehrCYBR DATES - CompuTime x VerimaxHerzlich Willkommen zu der vierten Folge der CYBR DATES, dem etwas anderen Podcastformat des Netzwerks CYBR 360 - der Initiative für digitale Sicherheit im Saarland. Heute zu Gast sind Michael Thieser (CompuTime Ausweissysteme GmbH) und Stefan Staub (Verimax GmbH). Gemeinsam sprechen wir über die Grundsätze der Cybersicherheit, ihren Blickwinkel darauf, den Faktor Mensch und die aktuelle Lage in der Region. Am 20.10. könnt ihr die beiden auch in der Congresshalle Saarbrücken zum Cybersecurity Day treffen. Sichert euch hier ein Ticket: https://cybersecurity-day.de/ Vielen Dank, dass ihr dabei seid!Die wichtigsten Links:Michael Thieser auf LinkedIn: https://www.linke...
2023-10-1823 min
CYBR DATES - Cybersecurity, Datenschutz & mehrCYBR DATES - Jürgen Barke x Nils VossebeinHerzlich Willkommen zu der vierten Folge der CYBR DATES, dem etwas anderen Podcastformat des Netzwerks CYBR 360 - der Initiative für digitale Sicherheit im Saarland. Heute zu Gast sind Jürgen Barke (Minister für Wirtschaft, Innovation, Digitales und Energie des Saarlandes) und Nils Vossebein (INVISID / DeepSign GmbH). Gemeinsam sprechen wir über die Grundsätze der Cybersicherheit, ihren Blickwinkel darauf, den Faktor Mensch und die aktuelle Lage in der Region. Am 20.10. könnt ihr die beiden auch in der Congresshalle Saarbrücken zum Cybersecurity Day treffen. Sichert euch hier ein Ticket: https://cybersecurity-day.de/ Vielen Dank, dass ihr dabei seid!Di...
2023-10-1824 min
CYBR DATES - Cybersecurity, Datenschutz & mehrCYBR DATES - imc AG x sequire technology GmbHHerzlich Willkommen zu der vierten Folge der CYBR DATES, dem etwas anderen Podcastformat des Netzwerks CYBR 360 - der Initiative für digitale Sicherheit im Saarland. Heute zu Gast sind Sven R. Becker (imc information multimedia communication AG) und Christoph Endres (sequire technology GmbH). Gemeinsam sprechen wir über die Grundsätze der Cybersicherheit, ihren Blickwinkel darauf, den Faktor Mensch und den Einfluss von Künstlicher Intelligenz (KI). Am 20.10. könnt ihr die beiden auch in der Congresshalle Saarbrücken zum Cybersecurity Day treffen. Sichert euch hier ein Ticket: https://cybersecurity-day.de/ Vielen Dank, dass ihr dabei seid!Die wichtigsten Links:Sven R...
2023-10-1115 min
CYBR DATES - Cybersecurity, Datenschutz & mehrCYBR DATES - K4 DIGITAL x DURYHerzlich Willkommen zu der dritten Folge der CYBR DATES, dem etwas anderen Podcastformat des Netzwerks CYBR 360 - der Initiative für digitale Sicherheit im Saarland. Heute zu Gast sind Michael Wittich (K4 DIGITAL GmbH) und Andreas Crauser (DURY Compliance & Consulting GmbH). Gemeinsam sprechen wir über die Grundsätze der Cybersicherheit, ihren Blickwinkel darauf und dem Einfluss aktueller Herausforderungen auf die digitale Sicherheit. Am 20.10. könnt ihr die beiden auch in der Congresshalle Saarbrücken zum Cybersecurity Day treffen. Sichert euch hier ein Ticket: https://cybersecurity-day.de/ Vielen Dank, dass ihr dabei seid!Die wichtigsten Links:Michael Wittich auf LinkedIn: https...
2023-10-0418 min
CYBR.SignalMDR is Not a ServiceIf you're looking for an MDR (Managed Detection and Response) vendor, the temptation is to think of them as a product company versus a services company. On this #cybersunday, Michael talks about why that happens, why it can lead to more confusion when trying to decide which vendor to go with, and some of the things you need to think about that can help you choose.Want to reach out to the host? Email us at podcast@houstonseccon.comHosted By: Michael FarnumEditing By: Lauren Lynch
2023-10-0105 minCYBR.SEC.CASTHOU.SEC.CON. Part 2 with Thomas PaceWe’re just over 2 weeks away from this year’s conference and we’re bringing you another episode featuring one of our upcoming speakers, Thomas Pace! Tom chats with Michael and Sam about the relevance of college degrees in the cybersecurity industry, the big gap he saw in industrial control systems leading to the founding of Netrise, building a start-up in the middle of a global pandemic, and of course his upcoming talk. He’s developed a part 2 to last year’s very popular talk “The Vulnerability Disparity of ICS and OT Devices – There are many more than we think!”.
2023-09-2736 min
CYBR DATES - Cybersecurity, Datenschutz & mehrCYBR DATES - VSE x INFOSERVEHerzlich Willkommen zu der zweiten Folge der CYBR DATES, dem etwas anderen Podcastformat des Netzwerks CYBR 360 - der Initiative für digitale Sicherheit im Saarland. Heute zu Gast sind Tim-Robert Schönbeck (VSE NET GmbH) und Philipp Walter (INFOSERVE GmbH). Gemeinsam sprechen wir über die Grundsätze der Cybersicherheit, ihren Blickwinkel darauf und dem Einfluss aktueller Herausforderungen auf die digitale Sicherheit. Am 20.10. könnt ihr die beiden auch in der Congresshalle Saarbrücken zum Cybersecurity Day treffen. Sichert euch hier ein Ticket: https://cybersecurity-day.de/ Vielen Dank, dass ihr dabei seid!Die wichtigsten Links:Tim-Robert Schönb...
2023-09-2714 minCYBR.SignalBarracuda ESG Flaw ThoughtsThe Barracuda ESG Vulnerability is still causing havoc, with the vendor telling their customers to replace the box. In this CyberSunday, Michael discusses some of the implications and considerations of this kind of vulnerability in an important and widely-deployed security device. Things Mentioned:· https://www.mandiant.com/resources/blog/barracuda-esg-exploited-globally· https://www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/barracuda-appliances-exploited/· https://www.rapid7.com/blog/post/2023/06/08/etr-cve-2023-2868-total-compromise-of-physical-barracuda-esg-appliances/Want to reach out to the host? Email us at podcast@houstonseccon.comHosted By: Michael FarnumEditing By: Lauren Lynch
2023-09-2405 minCYBR.SignalIs GRC Technical?There are a few paths to getting into cybersecurity, and not all of them are considered “technical”. But what does that mean? In this #CyberSunday, Michael talks about a discussion around GRC as a career path and if it is “technical” or not. Things Mentioned:· https://www.linkedin.com/posts/mikesportfolio_cybersecurity-informationsecurity-infosec-activity-7097581791925993472-6ZN7?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop
2023-09-1705 min
CYBR DATES - Cybersecurity, Datenschutz & mehrCYBR DATES - bitahoy x UIMCHerzlich Willkommen zu der ersten Folge der CYBR DATES, dem etwas anderen Podcastformat des Netzwerks CYBR 360 - der Initiative für digitale Sicherheit im Saarland. Heute zu Gast sind Tim Hoffmann (UIMC DR. VOSSBEIN GmbH & Co KG) und Roman Tabachnikov (bitahoy GmbH). Gemeinsam sprechen wir über die Grundsätze der Cybersicherheit, ihren Blickwinkel darauf und dem Einfluss von Künstlicher Intelligenz auf die digitale Sicherheit. Am 20.10. könnt ihr die beiden auch in der Congresshalle Saarbrücken zum Cybersecurity Day treffen. Sichertr euch hier ein Ticket: https://cybersecurity-day.de/ Vielen Dank, dass ihr dabei seid!Die wichtigsten Links:Tim Hoffma...
2023-09-1516 minCYBR.SEC.CASTResearching AI Before it was Cool with Justin “Hutch” HutchensWe’re back with another HOU.SEC.CON. speaker! Justin “Hutch” Hutchens met with Michael and Sam to discuss some of the latest black hat tools powered by AI, Hutch’s new book that is scheduled for 2024, and of course talk for this year’s conference. Things Mentioned: You can read the Article “New AI Tool 'FraudGPT' Emerges, Tailored for Sophisticated Attacks” hereYou can check out the RSnake show hereGet your tickets HOU.SEC.CON. Tickets here Do you have a question for the hosts? Reach out to us at podcast@houstonseccon.com ...
2023-09-1327 minCYBR.SEC.CASTOn Tape with Rick HollandThis week Michael and Sam are joined by ReliaQuest VP, CISO, Office of the CISO Rick Holland to chat about his upcoming talk “Cybercrime finds a way”. Tune in for today's top cybercrime trends, the latest on ransomware, and how cybercriminals are using artificial intelligence. Things Mentioned:Check out the article “How disjoined threat intelligence limits companies — and what to do about it” hereCheck out the HOU.SEC.CON. Featured Authors:Arthi Vasudevan - CyberamaMark Crudgington – The Coming Cyber War: What Executives, the Board, and You Should KnowPhillip Wylie – The Pen Testers BlueprintJustin “Hutch” Hutchens – The Lang...
2023-09-0627 minCYBR.SEC.CASTBONUS EPISODE: In-Network Defense with Deniz GurkanWorkshops are back at HOU.SEC.CON.! In this special bonus episode Michael and Sam chat with Professor Deniz Gurkan to discuss her move from University of Houston, her ongoing projects, and what to expect in her October 11th workshop. Things Mentioned:Sign up for Deniz’s workshop “In-Network Defense: Detection and Mitigation of Layer 2 and Layer 3 Attacks” hereGet your conference tickets here Do you have a question for the hosts? Reach out to us at podcast@houstonseccon.com Keep up with HOU.SEC.CON.:LinkedInTwitterFacebookInstagramThreadsIn this e...
2023-08-3019 minCYBR.SEC.CASTFrom California to Texas – A Cybersecurity Startup Story with Chad SpenskyThis week Sam and Michael sit down with Allthenticate CEO & founder - and returning HOU.SEC.CON. speaker - Chad Spensky! They discuss why he moved his company halfway across the country to Houston (and why more startups should consider Houston!), the need for less passwords, and his talk at this year’s conference. Things Mentioned:Check out the article "Thousands of images on Docker Hub leak auth secrets, private keys" here Buy your HOU.SEC.CON tickets hereDo you have a question for the hosts? Reach out to us at podcast@hous...
2023-08-2339 min
Cybr PodcastThe evolution of cybercrime and career advice with ex-FBI Supervisory Special Agent Shane SimsThis is our most intense episode to date, and it's a fascinating one. Peer into the world of the FBI and its response to cybercrime all the way back to the 1990s. Shane was a Supervisory Special Agent responsible for building a cyber offense unit and capabilities & led all cyber offensive operations in support of counterterrorism, counterintelligence, and cybercrime matters. Later, he transferred to the FBI's Critical Incident Response Group to help develop and lead a crisis response organization charged with countering WMD threats on US soil working closely with the Department of Defense's Joint Special Operations Command, White...
2023-08-0929 minCYBR.SEC.CASTFailing Forward with Dave LewisAbout this episode: To support an organization’s ability to react to incidents you need a few key elements: strong security staffing, defined repeatable processes, and the right tools. This week Michael and Sam sit down with Cisco’s Global Advisory CISO and HOU.SEC.CON. closing keynote Dave Lewis to discuss his security article and his upcoming talk at this year’s conference. Things Mentioned:Check out the article "RAM-ramming Rowhammer is back - to uniquely fingerprint devices" hereYou can read Dave’s blog post hereYou can get HOU.SEC.CON Tic...
2023-08-0934 minCybr PodcastAWS Security: Getting started, in-demand jobs, and what to focus onIn this episode, Kostas and I discuss how to get started with AWS security, what beginners and practitioners should focus on, and what’s currently hot and in-demand job wise. Kostas is the co-author of our course on Cybr: Introduction to AWS Security.
2023-07-2622 minCYBR.SEC.CASTGenerative AI with Mark WeatherfordMark Weatherford has led a unique and impressive career. He’s been a CISO in both the public and private sector, sits on advisory boards for some of the latest and greatest technology, works with multiple venture capital firms, and will be kicking off HOU.SEC.CON. 2023 as our opening keynote! Michael and Sam sat down with Mark to discuss his wealth of experience and his upcoming talk on the state of generative AI. Things Mentioned:Buy HOU.SEC.CON. tickets hereSubmit your abstract hereCheck out the article “New Research: 6% of Employees Paste...
2023-07-2630 minCYBR.SEC.CASTOffensive Security for All with Phillip WylieWhen it comes to your organization cybersecurity is not limited to a single person or division – all business units need to understand best practices. At this year’s conference international speaker/best-selling author/podcast host/tech evangelist/top ethical hacker Phillip Wylie will break down the difference in offensive security concepts to help educate consumers in any role. In this episode Phil also discusses his latest projects, upcoming cybersecurity conferences, and how community events like HOU.SEC.CON. can help your career. Things Mentioned:· Buy tickets here· Submit your abs...
2023-07-0734 min2023-07-0501 minCYBR.SignalSecurity Champions: Secret Weapon Against Shadow ITHow do you work towards a solution for a problem like Shadow IT with people when everyone wants to try to throw tech at it? On today's #CyberSunday, I talk about how using security champions in your company can help. #ShadowIT #cybersecurity #securitychampions
2023-04-2404 minCYBR.SignalShadow Security in a World of Shadow ITWe all know about Shadow IT, and we know it is a big issue (bigger these days with the ease of workload deployment in the cloud). But are we also aware that there is Shadow Security? What is Shadow Security, and is it a problem? Here's my take on today's #CyberSunday.#shadowit #shadowsecurity #cloud #cloudsecurity #workloads #risk #cybersecurity
2023-03-2705 minCYBR.SignalWrong, Too Much, or Irrelevant Info: Know Your CyberSecurity AudienceKnowing your audience when you're giving information about your #cybersecurity program, efforts, etc. is extremely important. Are they technical? Are they even in the field? Is the information helpful to YOU or to THEM? Make sure you're not wasting their time or yours by taking into consideration to whom you are speaking before you actually speak.On today's #CyberSunday, I talk about three real scenarios in which I have been involved where the audience was not fully taken into consideration, and a bit of the fallout each time.#KnowYourAudience
2023-03-2005 minCYBR.SignalThe Importance of OpSec: Keep it Secret, Keep it Safe!Operational/Operations Security is the practice of making sure sensitive data/information about your operations doesn't leak out. in today's #CyberSunday, I give a few real examples of OpSec failure I have noticed recently and what some of the consequences could be.#OpSec #cybersecurity
2023-03-0605 min
What is Fashion Technology PodcastThe Magazine of the Future: Enhancing Reality, not Replacing it with CYBR MagazineJames Joseph is the founder of CYBR. CYBR is an augmented reality enabled print magazine and augmented reality lifestyle brand that merges digital and physical worlds.CYBR documents technologies and culture and is described as the magazine of the future. CYBR believes in enhancing reality not replacing it. Links:@cybrmagazinehttps://cybrmagazine.com/https://linktr.ee/whatsfashiontechnologySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/what-is-fashion-technology/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
2023-02-1553 min
Beleggen in innovatie, met Mister DonKomt er een eindejaars beursrally? ESG beleggen, launch whiskey event, CYBR en Lucid Motors (De Lange Termijn prequel)Jasper (@misterdonnl) en Twan (@gewoonbelegger) bespreken of zij een eindejaars rally verwachten. Waar gaan we dit jaar eindigen, aldus beiden? Er wordt ook gesproken over het beleggen in ESG-gerichte fondsen. Is dit een goede manier om geld te verdienen en tegelijkertijd een bijdrage te leveren aan o.a. het klimaat, of is het terecht om hier een kritische blik op te werpen? Ook worden er weer vragen van luisteraars behandeld, en staan twee aandelen op de wekelijkse Radar. Twan kiest voor een ETF met cybersecurity aandelen, CYBR. Jasper werpt een snelle blik op de luxe EV's challenger...
2022-12-051h 07Cybr PodcastLand your first Pentester job without prior IT experienceIn this episode, Cybr community member Eric Gimbel walks us through step-by-step how he landed a Junior Penetration Tester job without having prior cybersecurity or IT experience. If you’ve ever been told “you need help desk experience first” or “you need 5+ years in IT before you can apply” then you need to listen to this episode, because our guest did neither of those to land his Pentester job, and he gives you a step-by-step framework so you can do it too.
2022-09-1553 minCybr PodcastDevOps, Containers, Kubernetes, and their security implicationsIn this episode, we talk about DevOps, what containers are and when they’re helpful, and Kubernetes. We also discuss security concerns to be aware of when using these technologies. Our guest, Chad Crowell, has extensive experience as a DevOps engineer and working with cloud environments. He’s a Microsoft Certified Trainer and author, and currently a Director of IT for an IT services provider.
2022-08-3134 minCybr PodcastTerraform and Infrastructure as Code with Derek MorganHeard of Terraform and Infrastructure as Code, but not too sure what it is or how to get started? In this episode, Derek Morgan explains why IaC is important, how tools like Terraform can be used, and we talk about an infrastructure delivery platform called Spacelift.
2022-08-1028 minCybr PodcastStarting a passwordless authentication company with Dan FryeDan Frye joins us to talk about becoming a CISO, and then leaving that position to start his own cybersecurity startup company. His startup (Rocketansky) aimed to replace passwords and 2FA with passwordless authentication. We chat about his experience founding that business, the challenges he went through during the 2 years of running it, and why he decided it was time to shut it down.
2022-05-1639 minCybr PodcastVulnerability assessments, bug bounties, pentests, and red team engagements with Daniel MiesslerDaniel Miessler joins us to talk about how security assessments often get confused and misused. We talk about vulnerability assessments versus bug bounties versus pentests versus red team engagements. Oh and what’s purple team really supposed to be anyway? We wrap up by talking career advice for those interested in a role related to security assessments.
2022-04-1836 min
Cybr PodcastA day in the life of a Threat Researcher at the Microsoft Threat Intelligence CenterRoberto Rodriguez (@Cyb3rWard0g) talks to us about what it’s like to be a Threat Researcher at the Microsoft Threat Intelligence Center. We talk about how he got started, what a day in his life looks like, what the differences are between threat research, threat hunting, pentesting, etc...and we talk about resources that he’s created and that could help you out, including his online and interactive book called the Threat Hunter Playbook.
2022-04-1145 minCybr PodcastBecoming a Threat Intelligence Analyst and Warrior with Nicole HoffmanNicole Hoffman (@threathuntergrl) talks to us about what it’s like to be in threat intelligence and how she became an intel analyst. What I love about her story is that it’s *not* a straightforward path. Her path to cybersecurity is a winding road with lots of twists and turns. I hope that by hearing Nicole’s story, it can help you break through and land your first role or your dream role since she provides actionable advice. Definitely worth a listen if you have any interest in threat intel and threat hunting!
2022-03-1428 minCybr PodcastManaging IT & Security for businesses with Joel MillerJoel is an experienced IT security professional with over 25 years of experience in the design, development, deployment, and management of enterprise systems. In this episode, he shares how he manages IT & security for multiple car dealership locations simultaneously, and what he looks for when hiring.
2022-02-0926 min
2021-12-137h 18Cybr PodcastFrom baker to Full-Stack Developer with Miwha GeschwindI met Miwha at a local meetup here in Denver, and we started talking about her job, how she got that job, and what led her down the path of web development. She told me that she used to have her own pastry baking business but a series of events led to her joining a coding boot camp, and then getting a full-time dev job soon after that. Then, as we were planning this episode, she announced that she had just landed yet another job! So for this episode, Miwha shares her story with us so that 1) if anyone listening...
2021-11-1528 minCybr PodcastHow to get your first IT/cybersec job with Jenny CodesWhen I met Jenny about a year ago, she was wrapping up her Master’s degree. A year later, she’d transitioned from being an intern, to freelancing, contracting, and now, landing a full-time software engineering role. I invited her to the show so that we could learn how she pulled this off in such a short period of time.
2021-09-2227 minCybr PodcastHow to get started and breakthrough in Bug Bounty Hunting with HaklukeLuke Stephens (aka Hakluke) has been a Pentester, Bug Bounty Hunter, and he recently worked at Bugcrowd before striking out on his own. In this episode, I ask him about his role at Bugcrowd (a bug bounty platform), how he got started in bug bounty hunting, and how he found his first bug. Coming from a pentesting background, he initially struggled to transition to a bug bounty hunting mindset. He shares what helped him break through that initial struggle, how he balances automation vs manual hunting, and his process to determine how long to spend on a specific target. If...
2021-06-1734 min